Amazon Fresh till-less grocery store opens in London

The shop will stock hundreds of new own-brand items including locally-sourced milk and desserts.

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How can we make washing machines last?

Sweden is trying to encourage consumers to repair household items like washing machines.

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Life discovered deep beneath an Antarctic ice sheet 'shouldn't be there'

Researchers hoping to collect mud samples deep beneath an Antarctic ice sheet were amazed to discover small creatures living in the dark, freezing water.

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Fisherman in Kenya swap petrol outboard motors for electric engines

Fishermen on Lake Victoria in Kenya have begun using some of Africa’s first electric fishing boats.

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Academics face battle over pension scheme deficit

Trustees of the Universities Superannuation Scheme say contributions must rise steeply.

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: BBC reporter Girmay Gebru freed by military

Girmay Gebru is freed without charge after being detained in the conflict-hit Tigray region on Monday.

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Covid: Joe Biden promises vaccines will be available for every US adult by end of May

The US president brings forward full supply by two months and urges people to take the vaccine.

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'Exceptional' 15th-Century bowl unearthed at US yard sale

A small bowl bought for $35 last year is set to be auctioned for between $300,000 and $500,000.

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Microsoft accuses China over email cyber-attacks

The US tech giant blamed the attacks on Hafnium, a state-sponsored group operating out of China.

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How US nuclear missiles found a base in Scotland

The controversial US nuclear submarines operated for more than 30 years and has a lasting legacy.

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How can we make washing machines last?

Sweden is trying to encourage consumers to repair household items like washing machines.

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DNA Family Secrets: What happened to Bill's father?

Seventy-five-year-old Bill has never met his dad, but he's about to discover life-changing answers.

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Covid-19: Dolly Parton marks vaccination with Jolene rewrite

Singing to the tune of her hit song Jolene, the county star, 75, promotes coronavirus vaccinations.

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Microsoft accuses China over email cyber-attacks

The US tech giant blamed the attacks on Hafnium, a state-sponsored group operating out of China.

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Covid: Qantas launches 'mystery flights' to boost tourism

Airlines in the region are coming up with different strategies to tackle the pandemic travel slump.

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Christian Porter: Australian attorney general denies rape allegation

Attorney General Christian Porter says he strongly rejects an allegation he raped a girl in 1988.

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Covid: Qantas launches 'mystery flights' to boost tourism

Airlines in the region are coming up with different strategies to tackle the pandemic travel slump.

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Tiger Woods: Car crashes and comebacks

How the golfing champion has made a career out of overcoming adversity and scandal.

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Rio Tinto chief to step down over cave destruction

The 46,000-year-old Juukan Gorge rock shelters were destroyed to make way for an iron ore mine last year.

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Japanese billionaire seeks eight people to fly to moon

Yusaku Maezawa says he will pay for the entire trip, so those who come onboard will fly for free.

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Rio Tinto chief to step down over cave destruction

The 46,000-year-old Juukan Gorge rock shelters were destroyed to make way for an iron ore mine last year.

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Mars: Nasa's Perseverance rover sends stunning images

Amazing images as Nasa's Perseverance rover lands on Mars and seeks signs of past microbial life.

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The deadly job of protecting DR Congo's Virunga National Park

In the past year, more than 20 rangers have been killed defending Africa's oldest national park.

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Why many in Russia are reluctant to have Sputnik vaccine

Russia's Sputnik V vaccine against Covid is in worldwide demand, but many Russians remain unsure.

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The couples accused of destroying Japan's families

An archaic Japanese law requires married couples to adopt the same surname, but many are asking why.

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Some UK arrivals 'still waiting' for quarantine Covid tests

International arrivals from countries not on the UK's "red list" must take two Covid tests during quarantine.

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'Find people who complement your weaknesses'

Amber Atherton, boss of tech firm Zyper, says you need staff who are good at things you might not be.

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Angelina Jolie sells Winston Churchill painting for record £7m

The Tower Of The Koutoubia Mosque, owned by the actress, is sold to an unidentified buyer.

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Poland activists acquitted over LGBT Virgin Mary

Three women, who faced up to two years in jail, were found not guilty of offending religious feelings.

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Energy firms overcharged one million switching customers

Households were overcharged by a total of £7.2m when they should have been protected from price rises.

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UK house prices see 'surprise' pick-up, says Nationwide

An unexpected acceleration in values last month pushed prices to a record high, the Nationwide says.

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Migrating flamingos turn Mumbai lakes into 'sea of pink'

Thousands of flamingos migrate to western India every year in search for food and nesting grounds.

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The new voice of The Simpsons character Dr Julius Hibbert

Kevin Richardson is the first black actor to voice Dr Julius Hibbert on the television comedy.

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Nigeria school abduction: Hundreds of girls released by gunmen

A group of nearly 300 girls are released after they were abducted from their school last week.

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Volvo Cars bets on electric vehicles

Volvo is only going to sell electric cars by 2030, the Swedish firm says.

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Volvo Cars bets on electric vehicles

Volvo is only going to sell electric cars by 2030, the Swedish firm says.

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Carlos Ghosn: US father and son extradited to Japan

The two allegedly helped the ex-Nissan boss escape Japan while he was on bail for financial crimes.

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Carlos Ghosn: US father and son extradited to Japan

The two allegedly helped the ex-Nissan boss escape Japan while he was on bail for financial crimes.

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Covid-19 variants pose 'real threat' to vaccine progress, CDC warns

A top health expert says highly contagious variants of the virus pose a "real threat" to the US.

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Budget 2021: Chancellor set to announce £400m for arts sector

The funds will be aimed at helping museums, theatres and galleries in England reopen once restrictions ease.

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Michael Gudinski: Australian music industry icon dies aged 68

The music industry icon championed stars including Kylie Minogue and brought huge acts to Australia.

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Zoom sees more growth after 'unprecedented' 2020

Zoom boss calls working from home "new reality" and predicts growth - but not at last year's pace.

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Syria war: 'This is the price we had to pay for freedom'

Syrian civilians describe the devastating impact 10 years of war has had on them.

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Documenting emperor penguins in Antarctica

Stefan Christmann spent almost 15 months in Antarctica alongside 10,000 emperor penguins.

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How rape allegations have rocked Australian politics

A political adviser's accusation has prompted other women to come forward with their own allegations.

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Budget 2021: Five things to look out for

Tax rises and an extension of Covid support are both tipped to be announced in this week’s Budget.

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Aston Martin: The billionaire building 'a British Ferrari'

Lawrence Stroll, executive chairman of Aston Martin, told the BBC he wants to build a firm with a "luxury profile".

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Dozens of arts freelancers lose out on Covid support over tax 'error'

Dozens of arts freelancers miss out on Covid support because of errors with their pay, Equity says.

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Teen entrepreneurs: 'My friend's pug inspired my business'

Meet three teenagers who decided to set up their own businesses in lockdown.

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Palestinian 'Techno Queen' Sama' Abdulhadi faces court over shrine event

DJ Sama' Abdulhadi is facing a court hearing following a music event near a West Bank holy site.

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